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Oculoplasty for Ophthalmologists Questions and Answers Essam A. El Toukhy Editor

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Oculoplasty for Ophthalmologists

Essam A.  El Toukhy Editor

Oculoplasty for Ophthalmologists Questions and Answers

Editor Essam A. El Toukhy Oculoplasty Service Cairo University Cairo, Egypt

ISBN 978-3-030-68468-6 ISBN 978-3-030-68469-3  (eBook) https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-68469-3 © The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2021, corrected publication 2021 This work is subject to copyright. All rights are solely and exclusively licensed by the Publisher, whether the whole or part of the material is concerned, specifically the rights of translation, reprinting, reuse of illustrations, recitation, broadcasting, reproduction on microfilms or in any other physical way, and transmission or information storage and retrieval, electronic adaptation, computer software, or by similar or dissimilar methodology now known or hereafter developed. The use of general descriptive names, registered names, trademarks, service marks, etc. in this publication does not imply, even in the absence of a specific statement, that such names are exempt from the relevant protective laws and regulations and therefore free for general use. The publisher, the authors and the editors are safe to assume that the advice and information in this book are believed to be true and accurate at the date of publication. Neither the publisher nor the authors or the editors give a warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to the material contained herein or for any errors or omissions that may have been made. The publisher remains neutral with regard to jurisdictional claims in published maps and institutional affiliations. This Springer imprint is published by the registered company Springer Nature Switzerland AG The registered company address is: Gewerbestrasse 11, 6330 Cham, Switzerland

Preface

This book presents the most up-to-date oculoplastic knowledge base in a question and answer format.  Multiple choice questions are the most commonly used assessment and teaching technique, and this question format will continue to assume a greater significance in the era of online exams and virtual consultations. This book is designed to target ophthalmologists at varying professional levels; from residents and fellows to consultants. Whether they are preparing for an exam, sitting for a final degree, pursuing subspecialty training in oculoplasty, or requiring a detailed knowledge base of the subspecialty as they encounter clinical cases, this book provides a comprehensive guide from the very basic principles to the most advanced. The book will also be of special interest for consultant ophthalmologists and university professors organizing and preparing exams. The book follows the same structure of the accompanying textbook “Oculoplastic Surgery—A Practical Guide to Common Disorders.” Section by section, it includes over  1000 classic multiple choice questions as well as 150 high-quality clinical photos and illustrations with a variety of case presentations, clinical scenarios, radiological scans, and pathological specimens. The questions are meant to supplement the information provided in the textbook, which is available for further clarification and in-depth study of the various subjects. This supplementary approach and extensive illustrative support makes this book series unique in the world of oculoplasty  (at present, no  high-quality referenced question books are available at international level). We hope this book becomes a staple on every ophthalmologist’s desk as they pursue the specialty and encounter oculoplasty cases in their practice. Cairo, Egypt

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Acknowledgements  To all those who supported me during my life, to all the wonderful people in my life, my dear parents, my lovely wife, and my beloved daughters.

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Basics of Oculoplasty and Anaesthesia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Essam A. El Toukhy

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Lid Lesions and Malpositions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Essam A. El Toukhy

3 Ptosis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Essam A. El Toukhy 4

Lid Reconstruction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Essam A. El Toukhy

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Cosmetics and Injectables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Noha El Toukhy

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The Lacrimal System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Nadeen El Toukhy

7 Trauma. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Essam A. El Toukhy 8

The Orbit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Essam A. El Toukhy

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Orbital Implants and Prosthesis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135 Essam A. El Toukhy

10 Oculoplasty Interactions with Other Specialities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 Essam A. El Toukhy 11 Thyroid Eye Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 Essam A. El Toukhy Correction to: Orbital Implants and Prosthesis...................................... C1 Essam A. El Toukhy

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Basics of Oculoplasty and Anaesthesia Essam A. El Toukhy

Oculoplastic surgery is the subspecialty that combines the art and principles of plastic and reconstructive surgery with the delicacy and precision of ophthalmic surgery. An oculoplastic surgeon should be aware of the principles of both worlds as well as surgical skills to get optimum cosmetic and functional results while protecting the globe and the patient’s vision. A thorough knowledge of wound healing, the types of sutures, needles, flaps and grafts is mandatory to gain a cosmetically accepted result. Similarly, anaesthesia is an indispensable component of Oculoplastic procedures. As a subspecialty, oculoplasty has its own needs and requirements regarding anaesthesia

management, with tailored approaches of local, regional and general anaesthesia techniques. Anaesthetic management for oculoplastic surgeries mainly requires a thorough knowledge of the anatomy as well as local anaesthetic pharmacology. Regional blocks have gained widespread enthusiasm and are being used more and more frequently now. They can be used alone or in combination with each other to cover the surgery site. They cause minimal discomfort, lower cost, and lower perioperative morbidity in comparison to general anaesthesia. They also provide the advantages of less local anaesthetic use and minimal tissue distortion when compared with infiltration anaesthesia.

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2. The following is a: 1. The following is a: A. B. C. D.

Vertical mattress suture Horizontal mattress suture Interrupted suture Continuous suture.

A. B. C. D.

Vertical mattress suture Horizontal mattress suture Interrupted suture Continuous suture.

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3. The following is a: A. B. C. D.

Vertical mattress suture Horizontal mattress suture Interrupted suture Continuous suture.

4. The above diagram is an example of: A. B. C. D.

Advancing flap Rotational flap Rhomboid flap Transpositional flap.

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6. The above diagram is an example of: A. B. C. D.

5. The above diagram is an example of: A. B. C. D.

Advancing flap Rotational flap Rhomboid flap Transpositional flap.

Advancing flap Rotational flap Rhomboid flap Transpositional flap.

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7. The above diagram is an example of: A. B. C. D.

Advancing flap Rotational flap Rhomboid flap Transpositional flap.

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10. The following are true about the nasociliary nerve EXCEPT: A. Gives off supratrochlear nerve which innervates the medial forehead B. It supplies the lateral wall of the nose C. Innervates the cornea D. Carries within it the sympathetic fibers from the internal carotid plexus. 11. The long ciliary nerve: A. B. C. D.

Enters the globe at the equator Contains parasympathetic nerve fibres Synapse at the ciliary ganglion Contains sensory fibres from the cornea.

12. The following is TRUE about the superior ophthalmic vein: A. It is the main venous channel of the orbit B. It is formed by the union between the facial vein and the temporal vein C. It passes backward in the orbit between the levator and the superior rectus muscle D. It does not receive the central retinal vein. 13. The peripheral arterial arcade in the upper eyelid is present:

8. The following technique can be useful in the management of all except: A. B. C. D.

Scar revision Cicatricial ectropion Cicatricial entropion Eyelid Webbing.

9. The following are true EXCEPT: A. The supraorbital ridge extends only over the medial one half to two thirds of the superior orbital rim B. The frontalis muscle of the forehead supports medial two thirds of the eyebrow C. The sensory nerves to the forehead travel on the underside of the frontalis D. The supratrochlear nerve supplies most of the sensation of the forehead.

A. 3 mm above the eyelid margin B. Along the anterior surface of the tarsus C. Between the levator aponeurosis and Muller’s muscle D. Between the orbicularis oculi muscle and levator aponeurosis. 14. All of the following structures attach to the Whitnal’s tubercle except A. Superior transverse ligament of the orbit B. Aponeurosis of the levator palpebrae superioris muscle C. Suspensory ligament of the eyeball D. Lateral check ligament of the inferior oblique muscle. 15. All of the following structures pass through the superior orbital fissure, except A. B. C. D.

Sympathetic nerve fibers Superior ophthalmic vein Trochlear nerve Zygomatic nerve.

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16. What tissue plane is the temporal branch of the facial nerve located in, superior to the zygomatic arch? A. B. C. D.

Deep temporal fascia Loose areolar tissue Subcutaneous tissue Temporoparietal fascia.

17. The gray line of the eyelid margin is formed by A. B. C. D.

Meibomian glands Tarsal border Mucocutaneous junction Orbicularis muscle.

18. The capsulopalpebral fascia is analogous to which upper eyelid structure? A. B. C. D.

Levator aponeurosis Orbital septum Superior transverse ligament Muller’s muscle.

19. The normal horizontal measurement of the palpebral fissure is approximately A. B. C. D.

20 mm 25 mm 30 mm 35 mm.

20. Which statement about the orbital septum is false? A. During entropion repair, it is very important to recognize the orbital septum of the lower eyelid as being different from the aponeurosis or lower eyelid retractors B. The orbital septum arises from a condensation of the periosteum of the orbital rim called the arcus marginalis C. The orbital septum inserts on the superior border of the tarsus in the upper eyelid D. The orbital septum serves as a barrier to the spread of infection from the superficial eyelids to the orbital tissues.

21. Which statement concerning the medial canthal area is true? A. All of the attachments anchoring the tarsi to the medial orbital wall lie anterior to the lacrimal sac and attach to the maxillary portion of the frontal bone B. The lacrimal sac lies posterior to the orbital septum C. The muscle pump of the lacrimal pump mechanism is innervated by the fifth cranial nerve D. Lockwood ligament attaches posterior to the lacrimal sac. 22. Which statement regarding fat encountered during eyelid surgery is false? A. Preaponeurotic fat is orbital fat B. Extraconal orbital fat is an important landmark in identifying the levator aponeurosis C. The removal of fat from the upper eyelid nasal, central, and lateral fat pads may be done with impunity D. In the upper eyelid, the nasal fat pad is small, whereas the lateral fat pad is the small fat pad in the lower eyelid. 23. Which statement regarding Whitnall ­ligament (superior transverse ligament) is false? A. Whitnall ligament attaches medially to the trochlea, laterally to the capsule of the lacrimal gland, and to the lateral orbital wall B. This ligament is a condensation of the sheath of the levator muscle and serves as a check ligament to prevent excessive elevation of the eyelid C. Whitnall ligament acts to change the direction of pull of the levator muscle from horizontal to vertical D. This ligament passes anterior to the lacrimal gland.

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24. Which statement about eyelid anatomy is false? A. The gray line is formed by the muscle of Riolan and represents the observable edge of the pretarsal orbicularis at the eyelid margin B. The posterior lamella of the eyelid consists of the conjunctiva and tarsus C. The mucocutaneous junction occurs where the eyelashes emerge from the eyelid D. The peripheral and marginal arterial arcades allow for anastomosis between the internal and external carotid systems. 25. Features of the orbicularis muscle include: A. Closure of the eyelid, depression of the eyebrow, and facilitation of tear drainage B. Pretarsal orbicularis inserts temporally to become the lateral canthal tendon, ontraction narrows the palpebral fissure, and the orbital portion of the muscle inserts medially on the posterior lacrimal crest C. The deep head of the medial pretarsal muscle is called Homer tensor tarsi and innervation of the orbicularis muscle by cranial nerve III is divided into three segments (pretarsal, preseptal, and orbital) D. The zygomaticofacial nerve innervates the upper lid orbicularis, the frontal branch of cranial nerve VII sends motor fibers to the upper lid orbicularis, and the preseptal orbicularis divides to encompass the lacrimal gland. 26. Which one of the following muscle groups is paired incorrectly? A. Tensor tarsi muscle-deep head of the pretarsal orbicularis B. Nasalis-preseptal orbicularis C. Superciliary corrugator muscle-orbital orbicularis D. Frontalis-procerus muscle. 27. Which structure and its bony framework are paired incorrectly? A. Lacrimal sac fossa-lacrimal and maxillary bones B. Optic canal-greater and lesser wings of the sphenoid bone

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C. Inferior orbital fissure-maxilla, zygomatic bone, palatine bone, and greater wing of the sphenoid bone D. Anterior and posterior ethmoidal foramen-ethmoid and frontal bones. 28. All of the following statements concerning lymphatic and venous drainage are true except: A. Lymphatic vessels of the orbit drain along the lateral portion of the cavernous sinus B. Lymphatic vessels serving the medial portion of the upper eyelid drain into submandibular lymph nodes C. Lymphatic vessels serving the lateral portions of the upper eyelid drain into preauricular nodes D. Pretarsal venous drainage of the medial upper eyelid is into the angular vein and the lateral venous drainage is into the superficial temporal vein system. 29. Regarding the orbital septum, which is incorrect: A. Is separated from the levator aponeurosis by orbital fat B. Is firmly attached to Whitnall’s ligament C. Fuses with the capsulopalpebral fascia in the lower lid D. Inserts on the levator aponeurosis about 3 to 5 mm above the tarsal plate. 30. Regarding the tarsal plates, which is incorrect: A. Of the upper lid are about 10 mm in height B. Of the lower lid are about 8 mm in height C. Impart structural integrity to the eyelids D. Do not contain lash follicles. 31. Regarding the orbital floor is, which is incorrect: A. Composed primarily of the maxillary bone B. Composed of the zygomatic and palatine bones C. Separated from the lateral wall by the inferior orbital fissure D. The largest of the orbital walls, running to the orbital apex.

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32. Regarding the medial orbital wall, which is incorrect:

33. Regarding the ophthalmic artery, which is incorrect:

A. Contains the frontal process of the maxillary bone B. Contains the optic foramen C. Is composed of the sphenoid bone and the lacrimal bone. D. Is composed largely of the ethmoid bone.

A. Crosses over the optic nerve in 85% of individuals B. Enters the orbit through the optic canal C. Gives off the lacrimal artery as its first orbital branch D. Gives off the central retinal artery which runs under the optic nerve.

34. The above nerve block is indicated in surgeries on all except: A. Lower eyelid B. Lower canaliculus C. DCR D. Lower lid entropion. 35. Malignant hyperthermia occurs mostly in all except: A. Children B. Adults C. Ptosis D. Strabismus.

36. Lidocaine is: A. B. C. D.

An amide anesthetic Has a rapid onset of action Is an intermediate acting drug Has low systemic toxicity.

37. Phantom eye syndrome can be prevented by: A. General anesthesia B. Performing evisceration rather than enucleation C. Removing a long stump of the optic nerve D. Insertion of an orbital implant.

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38. All the following are phases of wound healing except: A. B. C. D.

45. Pain during local anesthesia injection can be reduced by;

Inflammatory phase Scarring phase Proliferation phase Remodeling phase.

39. Scar formation is influenced by all except: A. Site B. Age C. Sex D. Skin type.

A. B. C. D.

A. Hematoma formation B. Stimulation of Muller muscle by epinephrine C. Diffusion of the anesthetic to orbicularis muscle D. Diffusion of the anesthetic to the levator muscle. 47. Reflex sneezing while injecting local anesthesia (sternutatory reflex) is mediated by:

41. Monofilament sutures are preferable in: A. B. C. D.

A. B. C. D.

Tarsal suturing Muscle suturing Skin suturing Tendon suturing.

42. 1/2 circle needles are used in A. Skin closure to reduce scarring B. Ptosis surgery to suture the levator aponeurosis to the tarsus C. DCR surgery for closure of the posterior flaps D. Brow pexy procedures. 43. Graft “take” means occurrence of: A. Fibroblast proliferation B. Fibrin deposition C. Vascularization D. Neurotization.

Slow injection Smaller needles Addition of bicarbonate Needle-free jet injections.

46. Disadvantages of local infiltration anesthesia during ptosis surgery include all except:

40. A bad scar can be due to all except: A. Smoking B. Poor surgical technique C. Wound tension D. Undermining of surrounding tissues.

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Infraorbital nerve Supraorbital nerve Nasociliary nerve Lacrimal nerve.

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Introduction Various lesions can be detected in the eyelid due to its diverse composition. The skin epidermis is keratinized stratified squamous epithelium while its dermis contains cilia in addition to modified sweat and sebaceous glands. The tarsus also contains Meibomian glands which are modified sebaceous glands while the lining conjunctiva contains accessory lacrimal glands and goblet cells. Skin adnexa including sebaceous and sweat glands as well as hair follicles are placed in the dermis and can give an origin to a wide variety of, usually, benign lesions. The sebaceous glands of the eye lid include; the Meibomian gland of the tarsus, glands of Zeis that are related to the eye lashes and the sebaceous glands related to hair of the eyelid skin as well as the hair of the eye brow. The sweat glands of the eyelid are either eccrine glands (that have a true secretory duct) that are present everywhere in the body skin including the eyelid or apocrine glands (that have no duct and secrete by cellular decapitation) that are present in relation to eyelashes and known as glands of Moll.

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The majority of the lid lesions are benign, but their identification is important for proper treatment and to rule out malignancy. The main goal of the ophthalmologist is to exclude malignancy. Certain points in history taking and clinical examination help to rule out malignant lesions. Benign lesions are usually uniform with regular borders and show slow growth. They usually don’t show induration, ulceration or lid margin destruction and can be classified according to; – Structure of origin to epidermal, dermal or adnexal. – Clinical appearance either solid or cystic. – Location whither related to the lid margin, pretarsal area or supra/infra tarsal region. On the other hand, features suspicious of malignancy include: • Recent onset. • Increasing in size. • Change in color or multiple colors. • Ulceration. • Telangiectasia. • Pearly borders. • Ill-defined margins. • Distorted anatomy e.g. loss of lashes, distorted lid margin. • Recurrent lesion e.g. recurrent chalazion.

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• Pain disproportional to the lesion i.e. perineural spread. • History of irradiation e.g. for acne, retinoblastoma. • History of other malignancies. • Immunosuppression. Generally, the clinical appearance is highly suggestive of the lesion nature yet, when in doubt, a biopsy is required to confirm the diagnosis. Biopsies are either incisional which entails removal of a part of the lesion or excisional in which the lesion is totally removed thus, additionally provides a cure. Treatment options in general include total excision of the lesion, with special attention to removal of the walls in case of cysts, marsupialization i.e. removal of the top of the cyst if excision is not feasible and surface ablation in superficial lesions. The goals of therapy for periocular lid malignancy are threefold: to completely excise the tumor; to maintain the integrity and the function of the eye; and to achieve a good cosmetic result. It may be difficult to accomplish all of these objectives in every patient or by one surgery. The dilemma of removal of the tumor while preserving normal tissue is more challenging in the periocular area than it is on other areas on the skin. Lid reconstruction should aim at restoration of normal lid anatomy with replacement of defect in the anterior and/or posterior lamella using the appropriate reconstructive surgical technique, individualized for each case. Radiotherapy, Photodynamic therapy, cryotherapy, Topical immunotherapy, topical and systemic chemotherapy can all be used as an

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adjuvant, or instead of, surgical excision in some cases. The eyelids are the primary defense of the eye against dryness, exposure, and trauma. Therefore, proper lid positioning is important to ocular health. Lid malpositions are among the most common problems encountered by the ophthalmologist. Visual loss may occur in these conditions due to keratopathy secondary to exposure or lashes rubbing on the ocular surface. A thorough understanding of the anatomy, pathophysiology, appropriate evaluation, and treatment options of these lid malpositions is essential for the practicing ophthalmologist. The classification of lid malpositions is based according to their respective etiologies. There are five main types of ectropion: involutional, paralytic, mechanical, cicatricial, and congenital. Entropion is subdivided into 4 categories: involutional, acute spastic, cicatricial, and congenital. Facial nerve affection can result in more than one type of lid malpositions. Lid retraction, Centurion syndrome, Floppy eyelids syndrome are less common lid malpositions seen in clinical practice. The preoperative evaluation is essential for determining the etiology of the lid malposition and deciding on the surgical procedure necessary for correction of the malposition. The goal of a successful surgical repair includes a good apposition of the lid margin to the globe, corneal irritation symptoms relief, good cosmetic outcome with lasting results, while addressing the underlying pathophysiology. Being the most common cause of infectious blindness and a leading cause of lid lesions and malpositions globally, trachoma deserves a special emphasis.

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Lid Lesions

3. The above figure is A. Cyst of Moll B. Molluscum contagiousum C. Hidrocystoma D. Keratoacanthoma. 1. The above figure is A. Sebaceous cyst B. Molluscum contagiousum C. Nevus D. Keratoacanthoma.

4. The above figure is A. Cyst of Moll B. Molluscum contagiousum C. Hidrocystoma D. Keratoacanthoma. 2. The above figure is; A. Junctional nevus B. Compound nevus C. Congenital nevus D. Kissing nevus.

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5. The above figure is A. Sebaceous cyst B. Molluscum contagiousum C. Seborrheic keratosis D. Keratoacanthoma.

6. The above lesion is best treated by: A. Observation B. Radiofrequenc C. Laser D. Surgery.

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8. The most likely diagnosis of the above lesion is: A. Sebaceous cell carcinoma B. Basal cell carcinoma C. Squamous cell carcinoma D. Amelanotic malignant melanoma.

9. The most likely diagnosis of the above lesion is: A. Sebaceous cell carcinoma B. Basal cell carcinoma C. Squamous cell carcinoma D. Amelanotic malignant melanoma.

10. The most likely diagnosis of the above lesion is: A. Sebaceous cell carcinoma B. Basal cell carcinoma C. Squamous cell carcinoma D. Amelanotic malignant melanoma.

11. Features suggesting malignancy in this lesion include all except: A. Loss of lashes B. Short history C. Recurrence after previous excision D. Telangiectacic vessels.

12. The likely diagnosis of the above lesion includes all except: A. Pigmented Sebaceous cell carcinoma B. Pigmented Basal cell carcinoma C. Pigmented Squamous cell carcinoma D. Malignant melanoma.

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17. In treatment of chalazion: A In the acute phase topical antibiotics is recommended B. Systemic doxycycline is used in acute secondary infection for short time C. Surgical incision for chronic cystic chalazion is recommend D. Histopathology is performed on excised chalazion for the possibility of malignant transformation of chalazion.

13. Management of the lacrimal drainage system in this patient with a malignant lid lesion in a young patient is: A. Preservation of the lower canaliculus B. Excision of the lower canaliculus without intubation C. Excision of the lower canaliculus with intubation D. Excision of the lower canaliculus with placement of Jones tube. 14. The Breslow scale: A. Is a measurement of the thickness of cutaneous malignant melanoma B. Highly correlates with prognosis C. The prognosis is poor if more than 2 mm D. Is incorporated in the TNM staging. 15. The Clark scale: A. Is a histopathological scale used to grade malignant melanoma B. Depends on the level of invasion of the tumor cells C. The higher the scale, the worse the prognosis D. Is incorporated in the TNM staging. 16. The treatment of choice for keratocanthoma is: A. Observation B. Steroid injection C. Incisional biopsy followed by complete surgical excision D. Cryotherapy.

18. One of the following signs suggest eyelid malignancy: A. Superficial vascularization B. Hypopigmentation C. Painful lesions D. Fast growing. 19. Regarding lid pigmentary lesions, the most appropriate statement is: A. Nevi are the least common B. Freckle are result of hyperpigmentation of the basal layer of epidermis C. Malignant transformation is common with compound nevi D. Blue nevus has no potential malignant transformation. 20. The most common precancerous lesion is: A. Solar lentigo B. Dermal melanocytosis C. Actinic keratosis D. Keratoacanthoma. 21. A 52 years old white male presenting with lower lid ulcerating lesion near the medial canthus. Family history is positive for xeroderma pigmentosa. The most likely diagnosis of this lesion is: A. Squamous cell carcinoma B. Basal cell carcinoma C. Melanoma D. Sebaceous cell carcinoma. 22. In patients with Bowen disease: A. Histopathology shows limitation of the disease to dermal layer of the skin

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B. Cryotherapy is good treatment modality for the skin lesions C. 50% can progress to squamous cell carcinoma D. Skin lesions are rapidly increasing in size. 23. Regarding keratoacanthoma one of the following statement is true: A. Considered a benign lesion B. Rapidly progressing in size C. Typically occurs in young adults D. Excisional biopsy is not required. 24. Regarding basal cell nevus syndrome (Gorlin-Goltz syndrome), which is incorrect: A. Is inherited as an autosomal dominant trait B. Includes jaw cysts C. Includes mental retardation D. Generally appears before age 10 years. 25. The least appropriate statement regarding basal cell carcinoma is: A. Head and neck account for 90% of cases B. 10% of head and neck cases involve eyelids C. Usually adults between 50-80 years of age D. 15% of eyelid cases in patients under 35 years. 26. The least likely Indications for removing nevus is: A. Acquired lesion B. Congenital lesion C. Irritation induced area D. Sun exposed area. 27. Regarding sebaceous adenocarcinoma: A. It can arise from eyelid skin sebaceous glands B. More common in males C. Lower lid is more frequently involved D. Regional lymph nodes involvement is sentinel lymph node biopsy is not recommended.

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28. A 45 year old man presents with rapidly enlarging mass below the eyelid margin the lesion has a central crater with an elevated rolled edge. The most likely diagnosis is: A. Epidermal inclusion cyst B. Keratoacanthoma C. Verruca vulgaris D. Pilomatricoma. 29. Apocrine hidrocystoma is A. Considered a true adenoma B. Deep cyst requires marsupialization C. It’s also known as cylindromas D. Histopathologically it is squamous cystic structure containing keratin. 30. A 70-year-old patient presents with a history of a painless, progressively enlarging mass in the central aspect of the right upper lid. On examination, there is some distortion of the eyelid margin and loss of lashes. The most likely diagnosis is: A. Basal cell carcinoma B. Sebaceous gland carcinoma C. Squamous cell carcinoma D. Amelanotic melanoma. 31. Squamous cell carcinoma of the eyelid, one is false: A. It is 40 times less common than basal cell carcinoma B. It is more aggressive than basal cell carcinoma C. Surgical excision with wide margin is preferred D. Only metastasize through blood borne transmission. 32. Which of the following pairs of eyelid lesions and their histological features is FALSE? A. Basal cell carcinoma—peripheral palisading nuclei B. Squamous cell carcinoma—keratin pearls C. Keratoacanthoma—hypokeratosis D. Sebaceous cell carcinoma—pagetoid spread.

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33. Which of the following eyelid tumors is NOT an indication for sentinel lymph node biopsy? A. Sebaceous cell carcinoma B. Malignant melanoma C. Basal cell carcinoma D. Squamous cell carcinoma. 34. A 60 years old patient presented with large upper lid lesion of 6 months duration, lid margin irregularities was seen with loss of eyelashes overlying the lesion.The best next step will be; A. Excision and drainage of the chalazion B. Initial treatment with topical antibiotics C. Excisional biopsy D. Orbital CT. 35. All of the followings are correct for squamous cell carcinoma of the eyelids except: A. Is more common in the lightly pigmented individuals than in highly pigmented ones B. May occur in scar tissue of highly pigmented individuals C. Does not arise from actinic lesions D. Is associated with psoralen plus UV-A light therapy for psoriasis. 36. What is the sebaceous cell carcinoma’s response to radiation therapy? A. Very susceptible when used as an adjunct to surgery B. Responsive when combined with photodynamic agents C. Relatively radio-resistant D. Needs multiple sessions. 37. Which one of the following is NOT a feature of basal cell carcinoma? A. Pearly elevated margins B. Spread to regional lymph nodes C. Ulcerated epithelium D. Telangiectatic vessels. 38. In treatment of chalazion: A. In the acute phase topical antibiotics are recommended

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B. Systemic doxycycline is used in acute secondary infection for short time C. Surgical incision for a chronic cystic chalazion is recommended D. A horizontal incision is recommended. 39. An elderly female presented with recurrent swelling of the upper eyelid. Histopathological evaluation revealed it to be a chalazion. What would be the histopathological finding? A. Lipogranuloma B. Suppurative granuloma C. Foreign body granuloma D. Xanthogranuloma. 40. All of the following are true regarding chalazion, except: A. Sebaceous cyst B. It is due to staphylococcal infection C. Recurrence may imply malignancy D. Occlusion of the meibomian gland. 41. Treatment of chalazion includes: A. Incision and drainage B. Intralesional steroid C. Pressure bandage D. Antibiotics. 42. A recurrent chalazion should be subjected to histopathological examination to rule out the possibility of A. Squamous cell carcinoma B. Sebaceous cell carcinoma C. Malignant melanoma D. Basal cell carcinoma. 43. All of the following are true about BCC, except: A. Spread to the regional lymph nodes occurs late B. Occurs more frequently in immunosuppressed individuals C. Complete surgical excision is advised D. The lesion may involute over several months.

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44. What is the most appropriate initial step in the management of a suspicious lesion on the lid margin of a 50 years old male? A. Incision and curettage B. Observation C. Full-thickness excisional biopsy D. Incisional biopsy. 45. Which of the following papillomatous lesions of the eyelid is premalignant? A. Acanthosis nigricans B. Actinic keratosis C. Seborrheic keratosis D. Verruca vulgaris. 46. Which of the following papillomatous lesions of the eyelid may be associated with underlying systemic malignancy? A. Acanthosis nigricans B. Verruca vulgaris C. Ephelis D. Actinic keratosis. 47. All of the following are true regarding sebaceous carcinoma, except: A. The primary focus may be either eyelid or caruncle B. Shave biopsy techniques are adequate C. The hallmarks of the histopathology of the condition include skip areas and pagetoid D. Recognition is often delayed due to misdiagnosis as benign eyelid inflammation. 48. All of the following are true regarding malignant melanoma of eyelid skin, except: A. Lentigo maligna melanoma and nodular melanoma are the most common forms affecting the eyelid B. Nodular melanoma has the worst prognosis C. The factor of greatest prognostic significance is depth of invasion D. Like conjunctival melanosis, eyelid melanoma may be controlled with cryotherapy.

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49. A 14-years-old patient presents with a left upper eyelid lesion. Histopathology of the lesion showed shadow cells and areas of calcification surrounded by basophilic cells. All of the following are true of the patient’s condition, except: A. Young adults are most often affected B. The lesion is epithelial in origin C. Surgical excision of the lesion is curative D. The eyebrow is also a common site of involvement. 50. A recurrent basal cell carcinoma extending deeply in the lateral orbit requires which treatment: A. Orbital exenteration B. Full-thickness pentagonal wedge resection C. Wide excision with cryotherapy D. Radiation therapy. 51. A patient with sebaceous carcinoma of the eyelid presents with an enlarged submandibular lymph node, which of the following is most likely to be the location of this patient’s eyelid neoplasm? A. Medial, lower eyelid B. Lateral, lower eyelid C. Medial, upper eyelid D. Lateral, upper eyelid. 52. Which one of the following is a feature of basal cell carcinoma? A. Always has a predisposing precursor lesion B. Possible spread to regional lymph nodes C. Respects tissue planes D. Telangiectatic vessels. 53. The following factors are all associated with cutaneous cancers except: A. Increased sun exposure B. Increased age C. Red hair D. Increased natural skin pigmentation.

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54. Features most consistent with a malignant eyelid lesion include: A. Tenderness, erythema, alteration in pigment pattern B. Disruption of tarsal architecture, raised pearly margins, pruritus C. Lash loss, central ulceration, rapid growth D. Ipsilateral lymph node metastasis, hyperkeratosis, dark pigmentation.

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58. Which of the following statements does not accurately describe a sebaceous cell adenocarcinoma lesion? A. The lower eyelid is more frequently involved than the upper eyelid B. Radiation therapy is thought to be a causative factor C. Most arise from the meibomian glands of the tarsus D. The initial course is indolent and often misdiagnosed. 59. Which of the following does not indicate a poor prognosis for a sebaceous cell adenocarcinoma lesion? A. Duration of symptoms less than 6 months B. Infiltrative growth pattern C. Moderate or poor differentiation D. Lymphatic or vascular invasion.

55. This lesion most likely represents: A. Nodular basal cell carcinoma B. Morpheaform basal cell carcinoma C. Nodular squamous cell carcinoma D. Sebaceous adenocarcinoma. 56. Features of a keratoacanthoma include all of the following except: A. Spontaneous resolution B. Loss of eyelashes C. Ulcerated crater filled with lipids D. Rapid growth. 57. Xanthelasma eyelid lesions have all the following features except: A. Associated with systemic hyperlipidemic conditions in approximately 25% of patients B. Located in the basal epithelial layer of the skin C. Associated with the Erdheim-Chester disease

60. Chronic unilateral blepharoconjunctivitis is commonly a presenting sign of which one of the following? A. Squamous cell carcinoma B. Basal cell carcinoma C. Cutaneous melanoma D. Sebaceous carcinoma. 61. Which of the following statements most accurately describes the behavior and management of congenital nevi? A. The risk of melanoma is directly related to the size of congenital nevi B. Small congenital nevi do not need to be followed C. Biopsy of congenital nevi is contraindicated D. Large congenital nevi require complete surgical excision. 62. A patient presents with lentigo maligna involving the majority of the lower eyelid. What is the most appropriate management option? A. Observation for thickening of the lesion B. Radiation

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C. Cryotherapy D. Surgical excision with pathologic confirmation and delayed reconstruction. 63. Biopsy of a broad area of pigmentation of the eyelid has been read as lentigo maligna. What is the treatment of choice? A. Complete excision with adequate surgical margins B. Map biopsies looking for localized invasion C. Cryotherapy to the broad area D. Close observation. 64. Which of the following statements describes how to differentiate a compound from a junctional nevus? A. Compound nevi are larger B. Junctional nevi are darker and macular, or thinly papular, while compound nevi are lighter and elevated compared to uninvolved surrounding skin C. Junctional nevi show melanocytes in the superficial dermis D. Junctional nevi are more dome-shaped. 65. You have removed a medial canthal lesion which is diagnosed as basal cell carcinoma with morpheaform characteristics. The pathologist confirms the margins are negative in four quadrants (0°, 15°, 30°, 45°). What is the optimum next step? A. Adjunctive cryotherapy B. Excision with margin control because of the aggressive nature of the tumor C. Adjunctive alkylating agents D. Observation with return in one year. 66. Horizontal stability of the eyelid margin is essentially maintained by? A. Lid retractors B. Muscular tone C. Two point fixation D. Lid protractors. 67. A suspected upper eyelid chalazion in a 68-year-old patient demonstrates surrounding palpebral conjunctival inflammation,

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raising concern about sebacaeous cell carcinoma. What is the optimum next step? A. Sentinal lymph node evaluation B. Full thickness biopsy and conjunctival map biopsies C. Shave biopsy D. Corticosteroid injection and curretage. 68. What is the role of cryotherapy in the treatment of eyelid melanoma? A. Possibly useful in conjunctival melanoma, but not in skin B. Recommended for both skin and conjunctiva C. Useful for skin, not conjunctiva D. Not useful for skin or conjunctiva. 69. What is the most important predicator for recurrence and survival in patients with eyelid melanocytic skin lesions? A. Excision margins B. Tumor thickness C. Diameter D. Geographic Location on eyelid. 70. For a basal-cell carcinoma of the eyelids, in what location is associated with the worst prognosis for recurrence and mortality? A. Lower eyelid margin B. Lower eyelid (not involving lid margin) C. Central upper eyelid D. Medial canthus. 71. What is the most common type of melanoma which occurs on the eyelids? A. Superficial spreading B. Nodular C. Acrolentiginous D. Lentigo maligna. 72. What clinical association is characteristic of lentigo maligna? A. It presents as a thickened and nodular pigmented mass B. It is characterized by rapid growth C. It may progress to lentigo maligna melanoma D. Premalignant changes are confined to the clinically involved area.

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73. Regarding cutaneous horns, which is false: A. May develop from seborrheic keratosis B. May develop from basal cell carcinoma C. May develop from keratoacanthoma D. Should undergo biopsy. 74. Regarding keratoacanthoma, which is false: A. Usually develops over a period of weeks B. Does not exhibit cellular atypia C. May be associated with systemic malignancy D. Usually undergoes spontaneous involution. 75. Regarding Actinic keratosis, which is false: A. Requires biopsy or excision for cytopathologic study B. Develops into squamous cell carcinoma in about 20% of lesions C. Exhibits hyperkeratosis, dyskeratosis and parakeratosis D. Commonly affects the eyelids. 76. Regarding capillary hemangiomas, which is false: A. Are usually present at birth B. Regress by age 7 years in 75% of affected individuals C. May be associated with the KasabachMerritt syndrome D. Affect girls more frequently than boys. 77. Regarding congenital melanocytic nevi, which is false: A. Occur in 1% of newborns B. May be seen in “kissing nevi” of the lids C. Are usually junctional nevi D. May degenerate into malignant melanoma. 78. Regarding the nevus of Ota, which is false: A. Is composed of pigmented dendritic melanocytes B. Is usually unilateral and congenital C. Often undergoes malignant degeneration in blacks D. Arises from dermal melanocytes.

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79. Regarding molluscum contagiosum, which is false: A. Usually results from sexual contact and transmission in adults B. May produce a follicular conjunctival reaction C. May be confluent in immunocompromised patients D. Is caused by a large RNA poxvirus. 80. Regarding basal cell carcinoma, which is false: A. Commonly metastasizes B. May be pigmented C. Affects the lower lids in two-thirds of patients D. Is related to ultraviolet light exposure in fair-skinned individuals. 81. Acceptable treatment techniques for basal cell carcinoma include all except: A. Cryotherapy B. Mohs’ micrographic surgery C. Initial radiation therapy D. Radiation therapy to advanced or recurrent lesions. 82. Regarding sebaceous gland carcinoma of the eyelids, which is false: A. Is the third most common eyelid malignancy B. Is more common in women than in men C. Must be confirmed by full thickness wedge biopsy D. Arises from the meibomian and moll glands. 83. Regarding malignant melanoma of eyelid skin, which is false: A. Is usually nodular B. May arise from congenital nevi C. May arise from acquired melanosis D. May be successfully treated with cryotherapy. 84. Regarding dog bites, which is false: A. Involve the orbit in 5 to 10% of patients especially kids

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B. Contain Pasteurella multocida organisms in up to 50% of cases C. Should not be primarily closed for 24 h because of rabies risk D. From healthy dogs may contain Capnocytophaga canimorsus organisms, which can cause meningitis. 85. Lipogranulomatous inflammation is seen in: A. Fungal infection B. Tuberculosis C. Chalazion D. Viral infection. 87. Regarding the above lesion: A. Is a stationary disease B. Results from laxity of the canthal tendons C. Treated by disinsertion of the lid retractors D. Can occur in both upper and lower lids.

88. Regarding the above lesion, all are true except: A. Is caused by medial canthal laxity B. The lateral distraction test is positive C. Punctal dilatation is required in the management D. A medial spindle procedure is usually sufficient. 86. This raised skin lesion is likely to be which of the following? A. Keratoacanthoma B. Squamous cell carcinoma C. Basal cell carcinoma D. Malignant melanoma.

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89. The above patient has chronic conjunctivitis with upper eyelids that easily evert. What additional feature of this disorder would you expect to be present? A. Tarsal biopsy showing decreased fibrillin B. History of hypoglycemia C. Follicular conjunctivitis D. History of sleep apnea.

90. The above patient has: A. Xeroderma B. Icthyosis C. Rosacea D. Tuberous sclerosis.

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91. Treatment of the above lesion would be best accomplished by: A. Suturing the orbicularis to the inferior fornix B. Suturing the retractors to the tarsus C. Suturing the orbital septum to the capsulopalpebral head D. Suturing the Lockwood ligament to the conjunctiva and suspensory ligament of the fornix.

92. What is the pathogenesis of the above lesion?: A. Horizontal lid laxity and eyelid retractor disinsertion B. Lower lid retractor dysgenesis C. Over-riding of preseptal orbicularis oculi muscle D. Vertical contracture of tarsoconjunctiva.

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93. The above is a test of: A. Lateral canthal tendon weakness B. Medial canthal tendon weakness C. Tarsal weakness D. Orbicularis weakness.

94. The most likely cause of the lesion in the left side is: A. Paralytic B. Mechanical C. Involutional D. Iatrogenic.

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95. The above procedure is used in the surgical treatment of all except: A. Ectropion B. Entropion C. Ptosis D. Lid retraction.

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96. The mechanism by which this procedure works is: A. Inward shortening of the conjunctiva B. Dilatation and repositioning of the punctum C. Reinsertion of the lower lid retraction onto the tarsus D. Rotation of the lid margin.

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99. Regarding gold weight implants, one is false: A. The most common procedure used for treatment of paralytic lagophthalmus B. The appropriate weight selection is carried out through a process of intraoperative tapping C. The gold weight implant is sutured to the anterior surfaces of the tarsal plate D. Platinum can be used as alternative. 100. In involutional ectropion, the most appropriate statement is: A. Caused by Skin laxity B. There is chronic conjunctival inflammation C. Presence of horizontal laxity in tarsal plate D. Presence of trichiasis. 101. Epicanthus inversus occurs when: A. Fold of skin is most prominent in the upper eyelid B. Fold of skin is most prominent in the lower eyelid C. Fold of skin is distributed equally in the upper and lower lids D. Fold of skin arises from the caruncle.

97. The above procedure is used in the treatment of: A. Involutional ectropion B. Cicatricial ectropion C. Involutional entropion D. Cicatricial entropion. 98. In a tarsal strip lateral canthoplasty, the strip is sutured to the: A. Opposite eyelid margin tarsus B. Opposite limb of the lateral canthal ligament C. Periosteum inside the lateral orbital rim D. Periosteum external to the lateral orbital rim.

102. In the surgical treatment of upper lid retraction due to thyroid associated ophthalmopathy, which is correct: A. Contraindicated in exposure keratopathy B. Can be corrected with excision of Müller muscle C. Insertion of a spacer between the Müller muscle and levator aponeurosis D. Lateral tarsorrhapy is the surgical modality of choice. 103. Quickert sutures: A. Have a long lasting effect B. Are used for ectropion C. Involve lateral tarsal strip D. Are used for reinsertion of the retractors.

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104. Regarding entropion the least appropriate statement is: A. Acute spastic entropion follows sclera buckle procedure B. Involutional entropion is usually associated with the lower lid C. An inferior fornix that is deeper than normal may indicate lower lid retractors disinsertion D. The lateral tarsal strip operation is useful. 105. Which one of the following would be the best treatment for a patient with typical Bell’s palsy with severe corneal exposure? A. Temporary lateral tarsorrhaphy B. Pentagonal wedge resection of the lower eyelid C. Punctual electrocautery D. Inferior retractor recession with fullthickness skin grafting of the lower lid. 106. Etiological factors in involutional entropion,one is false: A. Horizontal eyelid laxity B. Shortening of the anterior lamella C. Laxity of eyelid retractors D. Overriding presptal orbicularis muscle. 107. The surgical procedures to correct lid retraction with lateral flare include all except: A. Recession of the levator aponrurosis with space B. Measured myotomy of the levator muscle with lateral tarsorrhaphy C. Full thickness transverse blepharotomy D. Lid splitting, lateral tarsorrhaphy with recession of lid retractors. 108. Clinical clues to the disinsertion of the lower lid retractors include all of the following EXCEPT: A. White line below the tarsal border caused by the dehisced edge of the disinserted retactors B. Higher than normal lower eyelid position C. Decreased movement of the lower lid on downgaze D. Shrinking of the inferior conjunctival fornix.

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109. Which one of the following is the LEAST common form of ectropion? A. Congenital B. Paralytic C. Mechanical D. Cicatricial. 110. Repair of lower eyelid involutional entropion would be BEST accomplished by: A. Suturing the orbicularis to the inferior fornix B. Suturing the retractors to the tarsus C. Suturing the orbital septum to the capsulopalpebral head D. Suturing the Lockwood’s ligament to the conjunctiva and suspensory ligament of the fornix. 111. The most common cause of upper eyelid retraction is: A. Recession of the superior rectus muscle B. Congenital eyelid retraction C. Surgical overcorrection of blepharoptosis D. Thyroid eye disease. 112. The following are true about the facial nerve EXCEPT: A. Does not contain sensory nerves B. Supplies secretomotor fibers to the submandibular glands C. Exits the skull through the styloid foramen D. Lies lateral to the external carotid artery within the parotid gland. 113. What is the pathogenesis of acute spastic entropion? A. Horizontal lid laxity and eyelid retractor disinsertion B. Ocular irritation or inflammation C. Over-riding of preseptal orbicularis oculi muscle D. Vertical contracture of tarsoconjunctiva. 114. A 65 year old male develops inturning of both lower lid margins. Ophthalmic examination reveals a white subconjunctival line several millimetres below the inferior

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tarsal border with no movement of the lower lid on downgaze. What pathology has happened in these lower eyelids? A. Cicatrization of the tarsoconjunctiva B. Disinsertion of the lower lid retractors C. Horizontal lower lid laxity D. Symblepharon. 115. Cicatricial entropion is generally associated with all except: A. Trichiasis B. Anterior lamellar shortage C. Blepharospasm D. Symblepharon. 116. A 50  year old female presents with inward turning of both lower lid margins. Ophthalmic examination reveals chronic conjunctival inflammation in both eyes with the diagnosis of ocular cicatricial pemphigoid. What is the appropriate plan of action? A. Anti-inflammatory therapy and surgery for entropion B. Corneal shielding and anti-inflammatory therapy only C. Corneal shielding and anti-inflammatory therapy then surgery for entropion D. Corneal shielding and surgery for entropion then anti-inflammatory therapy. 117. A 50 year old male presents with outward turning of the left lower eyelid margin. The patient has no other significant history. Ophthalmic examination reveals a large chalazion in the left lower eyelid. What treatment is indicated for correction of the lower eyelid margin malposition? A. Chalazion incision and curettage B. Lateral and medial canthal tightening C. Lateral tarsal strip procedure D. Medial spindle procedure. 118. When is Van Millingen’s operation indicated? A. Trichiasis & entropion of upper eyelid B. Pure trichiasis of upper eyelid C. Trichiasis & entropion of lower eyelid D. Pure trichiasis of lower eyelid.

119. The operation of plication of inferior lid retractors is indicated in: A. Senile ectropion B. Senile entropion C. Cicatricial entropion D. Paralytic ectropion. 120. Fibrous attachment of the lid to the eyeball is called: A. Symblepharon B. Entropion C. Ectropion D. Ankyloblepharon. 121. Telecanthus means: A. Widened interpupillary distance B. Widened root of nose with normal interpupillary distance C. Widely separated medial orbital wall D. Widely separated canthi. 122. Distichiasis means: A. Increased number of eyelashes in the lower lid B. Second row of eyelashes C. Increased thickness of eyelashes D. Increased pigmentation of eyelashes. 123. In facial nerve palsy; Prevention of gold weight exposure is best achieved by: A. Using a small gold weight implant B. Using a large gold weight implant C. Inserting the weight under the orbicularis muscle D. Meticulous suture closure of the skin.

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125. All of the following may occur in a patient with a palsy of the seventh cranial nerve, except A. Epiphora B. Keratitis C. Ectropion D. Ptosis.

B. Cryptophthalmos is a rare condition that is caused by a lack of differentiation of eyelid structures and is characterized by absence of a palpebral fissure with uninterrupted skin from the forehead over the eye to the skin of the cheek C. Ankyloblepharon filiforme adnatum is a form of ankyloblepharon in which the eyelid margins are connected by thin strands of tissue D. Distichiasis is a condition in which an accessory row of eyelashes grows from or are posterior to the meibomian orifices.

126. All of the following are characteristic of blepharophimosis except A. Autosomal dominant B. Lower eyelid entropion C. Deformed ears D. Hypoplasia of the superior orbital rims.

130. Trachoma can cause all of the following changes except: A. Distichiasis B. Punctal stenosis C. Conjunctival scarring D. Entropion.

127. A patient undergoes placement of hard palate graft for lower eyelid retraction. Which of the following best characterizes the epithelium of the graft? A. Retention of native epithelium B. Metaplasia into nonkeratinized epithelium C. Survival of submucosal glands D. Conjunctivalization of epithelium.

131. All of the following pairs match mechanisms of involutional entropion with the surgical repair except: A. Horizontal lower lid laxity-lateral tarsal strip B. Dehiscence of the lower lid retractorsretractor advancement C. Overriding of the pretarsal orbicularis by the preseptal orbicularis-excision of a strip of preseptal orbicularis D. Inward rotation of the lid by steatoblepharon-lower lid blepharoplasty.

124. Surgical management of the shown patient includes all of the following, except A. Gold weight implantation B. Lower lid tightening procedure C. Blepharoplasty D. Brow lifting.

128. An old patient has chronic left eye irritation. He has a snap back test of greater than 6 mm and normal palpebral and forniceal conjunctiva. all of the following are true, except: A. No inferior movement of lower eyelid during down gaze B. Deeper than usual inferior fornix C. Presence of a white subconjunctival line below the inferior tarsal border D. Lower than normal position of lower eyelid. 129. Which statement about eyelid abnormalities is false? A. Congenital coloboma of the eyelid always involves the lower eyelid and can vary from a small notch to a complete absence of the eyelid

132. An old patient with a previous stroke lives in a nursing home. He is on oral anticoagulants.The patient continually complains of foreign-body sensation and discharge n one eye. Which of the following procedures is most appropriate In this setting? A. Rattachment of the capsulopalpebral fascia B. A lateral tarsal strip procedure C. Rotational sutures (Quickert sutures) D. Tarsal wedge excision.

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133. Which one of the following is likely to occur, with respect to the epithelium, of the transplanted tissue of a hard palate graft? A. It will maintain some form of keratinization (orthokeratosis and/or parakeratosis) B. It will remain fully keratinized C. It will convert from keratinized to nonkeratinized D. All epithelium will be lost. 134. How does lower eyelid retractor repair for involutional entropion of the lower eyelid work by? A. Reattaching the capsulopalpebral fascia to the tarsus B. Shortening the septum C. Repairing cicatricial changes D. Horizontally shortening the orbicularis. 135. What is the most common complaint following successful correction of paralytic ectropion? A. Consecutive entropion B. Prolonged chemosis C. Persistent epiphora D. Overelevation of the lateral canthal angle. 136. When performing a lateral tarsal strip for horizontal lid laxity of the lower lid, what is the correct placement of the lateral canthus? A. 2 mm lower than the medial canthus B. 2 mm above the medial canthus C. Outside the lateral orbital rim D. At Lockwood’s tubercle.

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137. What is the pathophysiologic mechanism underlying this condition? A. Laxity of the tarsal plat B. Abnormal attachment of the orbital septum C. Abnormal attachment of the skin and orbicularis oculi muscle D. Laxity of the canthal tendons. 138. Ectropion and loss of eyelashes should alert one to the possibility of which one of the following? A. Facial nerve (VII) palsy B. Chronic eyelid webbing C. Involutional ectropion D. Malignancy. 139. Unilateral rounding of the medial canthal tendon is a feature of which disorder? A. Fracture of the medial wall of the orbit B. Connective tissue disease involving the medial canthal tendon C. Lacrimal sac tumor D. Avulsion of the medial canthal tendon. 140. A Quickert suture is most effectively used when repairing what disorder? A. Spastic entropion B. Distichiasis C. Involutional entropion D. Cicatricial entropion. 141. A 4-year-old child is referred for bilateral epiphora. Examination shows eyelashes on both lower eyelids rubbing against the inferior cornea. The parents state that an older sibling has the similar symptoms, which resolved without treatment. What is the most likely diagnosis? A. Entropion B. Epiblepharon C. Euryblepharon D. Trichiasis. 142. What is the preferred treatment for cicatricial ectropion? A. Lateral tarsal strip plus repair of lower eyelid retractors

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B. Lateral tarsal strip plus skin graft C. Fascia lata suspension of the lower eyelid D. Lateral tarsal strip plus medial spindle procedure.

148. Entropion may be mimicked by all except: A. Epiblepharon B. Distichiasis C. Trichiasis D. Symblepharon.

143. What term describes an abnormally wide distance between the medial canthi in the presence of a normal interpupillary distance? A. Exorbitism B. Hypertelorism C. Telorbitism D. Telecanthus.

149. Regarding techniques for entropion repair, which is incorrect: A. Lid retractor reattachment B. Botulinum toxin injection C. Transverse tarsorrhaphy D. Kuhnt-Szymanowski procedure.

144. Which is incorrect; Eyelid retraction may: A. Result from Muller’s muscle stimulation alone B. Be declared when the lower lid margin is below the limbus C. Be caused by seventh nerve palsy D. Be a manifestation of Hering’s law in the setting of contralateral ptosis. 145. Neurogenic causes of eyelid retraction does not include: A. Dorsal midbrain syndrome B. Wernicke’s encephalopathy C. Palatal myoclonus D. Impending tentorial herniation. 146. Myogenic causes of eyelid retraction does not include: A. Myasthenia gravis B. Graves’ dysthyroid orbitopathy C. Familial periodic paralysis D. Down syndrome. 147. Regarding entropion, which is incorrect: A. Is often caused by attenuation of the capsulopalpebral fascia and orbital septum B. May be caused by age-related horizontal lower lid laxity C. Is commonly caused by enophthalmos D. May be caused by reduced posterior lid lamellar support.

150. Ectropion has been associated with all except: A. Medial or lateral canthal tendon laxity B. Orbicularis muscle weakness C. Cicatricial skin changes D. Tightening of the inferior lid retractors. 151. Techniques available for correction of ectropion include all except: A. Lateral tarsal strip procedure B. Full-thickness wedge excision C. Y-plasty D. Medial canthal tendon resection.

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154. The above photo is a reported complication of: A. Electrolysis B. Diathery C. Cryotherapy D. Laser therapy. 152. The above patient has: A. Jaw winking syndrome B. Aberrant regeneration of 3rd nerve C. Aberrant regeneration of 7th nerve D. Duane syndrome.

153. The surgical technique shown in the figure includes all except: A. Intraoperative choice of the proper implant B. Fixation to tarsus with nylon sutures C. Closure in two layers D. Recession of the levator muscle.

155. The above figure is an example of: A. Trichiasis B. Distichiasis C. Entropion D. Epibleharon.

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B. Immunofluorescence demonstrates IgG, IgM positivity in the epithelial basement membrane zone C. A negative result of immunofluorescence rule out possibility of OCP D. Histology shows subepithelial band of inflammatory cells, predominantly neutrophils. 160. Regarding tarsal rotation procedures, all are correct except: A. Can be done transcutaneously B. Can be done transconjunctivally C. Requires a tarsus that is not deformed or atrophic D. Requires more than 3 sutures to induce rotation.

156. The above anomaly is best treated by: A. Intense lubrication B. Immediate reduction and tarsorraphy C. Cinjunctival excision D. Horizontal lid shortening. 157. Blepharitis is: A. An acute inflammation of the lid margin B. A chronic inflammation of the lid margin C. Inflammation of the eyelid skin D. Inflammation of the eyelid skin and underlying soft tissues. 158. What is the most effective treatment of active trachoma? A. Single dose of 1gm oral azithromycin B. Topical neomycin ointment C. Topical fucidic acid ointment D. Topical quinolone drops. 159. Which of the followings statements about conjunctival biopsy in Ocular Cicatricial Pemphigoid (OCP) is true: A. The part of specimen for immunofluorescence analysis should be submitted in formalin

161. The centurion syndrome is characterized by: A. Epiphora in young adults B. Low Hertel exophthalmometer readings C. Patent nasolacrimal system on irrigation D. Favorable response to intubation. 162. The management of the centurion syndrome may include all except: A. Disinsertion of both limbs of the medial canthal tendon B. Disinsertion of only the anterior limb of the medial canthal tendon C. Medial spindle procedure D. Lower eyelid retractor plication. 163. Regarding floppy eyelid syndrome, the most appropriate statement is: A. Presence of follicular conjunctivitis B. Obesity is a strong association C. Sleeping supine is a risk factor D. No surgical management is required condition usually resolves with conservative management.

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166. Patients with the above condition has blepharoptosis in one or both eyes. Which of the following statements accurately describes the surgical approach to their form of ptosis? A. Frontalis suspension is often required to provide adequate eyelid elevation and contour B. Levator advancement/resection is not useful when treating this disorder C. Horizontal shortening of the upper lid is often enough to elevate the affected lid D. Lash ptosis does not respond to horizontal tightening of the eyelid.

164. Which of the following is characteristic of the histopathology of the above condition? A. Decrease in tarsal elastin fibers B. Decrease in conjunctival elastin fibres C. Decrease in tarsal collagen type I D. Decrease in tarsal collagen type III. 165. A mildly obese patient complains of chronic irritation in both eyes which is worse in the morning. In one eye, the patient has ptosis. What question would address a risk factor for the patient’s ptosis? A. Do you sleep face down? B. Do you suffer from recurring, unilateral facial spasms? C. Do you suffer from dementia? D. Do you have a history of Bell’s palsy?

167. A patient presents with obesity, a soft ­rubbery tarsus, watery tearing, and mucus discharge from one eye. He prefers to sleep in a face down position. What surgical treatment would be preferred to improve his symptom? A. Horizontal eyelid tightening B. Canthotomy of lateral canthal tendon C. Canthotomy of superior limb of lateral canthus D. Vertical shortening of tarsus. 168. The S in the SAFE strategy can be all except: A. Bilamellar tarsal rotation procedure B. Transconjunctival tarsal rotation procedure C. Lateral tarsal strip procedure D. Surgical resection of maldirected lashes. 169. Regarding trachoma staging, TF means: A. Trachomatous inflammation-follicular B. Trachomatous inflammation–intense C. Trachomatous conjuctival scarring D. Trachomatous trichiasis. 170. Regarding trachoma staging, TI means: A. Trachomatous inflammation-follicular B. Trachomatous inflammation–intense C. Trachomatous conjuctival scarring D. Trachomatous trichiasis.

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171. Regarding trachoma staging, the blinding stage is: A. TF B. TS C. TI D. CO. 172. Upper motor neuron facial nerve lesion results in: A. Bilateral paralysis of the upper facial muscles B. Bilateral paralysis of the lower facial muscles

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Blepharoptosis refers to drooping of the upper eyelid and is one of the most common surgical eyelid disorders. It can occur in both children and adults, and can be classified based on the aetiology of the ptosis: neurogenic, myogenic, aponeurotic, mechanical and pseudoptosis. Ptosis is the most common lid malposition encountered in clinical practice in both adults and children population and is the most surgically correctable lid disorder. The upper lid position is a function of the delicate balance between the lid retractors including levator muscle, Muller’s muscle, and frontalis muscle, and the lid protractors including the orbital pat and palpebral part of the orbicularis oculi muscle. Normally the upper lid covers the upper 1–2 mm of the cornea in the primary position, providing no obstacle to image formation on the retina. It follows the globe on looking down with no lag. It provides complete coverage of the eye on lid closure. Finally, it rises up for up to 20 mm in extreme up-gaze. Changing the activity of the levator and Muller’s muscles, brings all of these movements about. The frontalis muscles are called into action only in extreme up-gaze. The orbicularis muscle in mainly used in forceful lid closure

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although its palpebral part shares in the blinking mechanisms. Both upper eyelids are symmetrical. The brain considers both lid retractor as yoke muscle. They receive equal innervations form single subdivision of the oculomotor nucleus in the midbrain. Changes in the position of one lid will lead to affection of the position of the other. Evaluation of the ptotic patient should include an attempt to determine the precise aetiology of the ptosis. Congenital ptosis is a localized dystrophy of the levator muscle. There is fibrous tissue where striated muscle would be expected. This correlates well with the severity of the ptosis. Mueller’s muscle is normal. Congenital ptosis may be unilateral or bilateral. It maybe classified as simple or complicated by ophthalmoplegia (superior rectus weakness), blepharophimosis syndrome, and Marcus Gunn jawing winking ptosis. Patients may have amblyopia resulting from anisometropia, strabismus, pupil occlusion, or meridional amblyopia. In congenital ptosis; the indication for doing ptosis surgery is a child who has an eyelid obstructing the visual axis, amblyopia, abnormal head position or unsatisfactory facial appearance. The best time for surgery is around 4 years of age when accurate measurements can be taken unless the risk of amblyopia and poor visual development is high. Most cases of ptosis correction are done under general anesthesia.

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However older children around 16–17 years of age may be performed under monitored anesthesia to allow for the best eyelid height and contour. In adults, the most common cause of ptosis is aponeurotic (also known as senile ptosis). In this condition, the levator muscle is normal, but the levator aponeurosis is either attenuated or has undergone dehiscence from its normal insertions on the tarsal plate and in the orbicularis muscle. This may be a naturally occurring involutional change, or it may be precipitated by intraocular surgery, long-term daily contact lens wear, steroid use or trauma. Ptosis surgery for adults is one of the most commonly performed procedures by Oculoplastic surgeons. A detailed preoperative history and clinical evaluation are crucial for determining the cause of ptosis and the best procedure for the individual patient. Many surgical procedures have been described to correct ptosis, each with its own indications and advantages. The individual success of any of these procedures depends on its ability to adjust the eyelid position relative to the amount of levator function present. Ptosis surgery can be broadly classified according to whether it is targeting the posterior upper lid retractor (Müller’s muscle), anterior upper lid retractor (levator aponeurosis) or the brow (frontalis muscle). Each procedure has its distinct advantages and own set of complications. A thorough knowledge of the steps and nuances of each procedure will enable the surgeon to better use them for the right patients and optimize surgical outcomes. Levator advancement or resection surgery remains the standard of adult ptosis surgery especially in patients with moderate to severe ptosis with fair to normal levator function, who require simultaneous blepharoplasty, do not respond to phenylephrine or want lid crease formation. Although most appropriate for acquired aponeurotic ptosis, this surgery also works well for neurogenic, myogenic and congenital ptosis. It allows for accurate adjustment of eyelid height and contour, especially when performed under local anaesthesia. In most cases with fair to good levator muscle function,

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levator advancement or repair is a good option for correction of ptosis, with reported success rates of 70% to more than 95%. Compared to MMCR and Fasanella-Servat, it has a clear pathophysiologic-anatomical basis of repair: reapproximation of the attenuated/dehisced levator aponeurosis back to its former anatomical position. The “Age of aponeurotic awareness” directed the trend of ptosis surgery toward the anterior approach. The proponents of levator aponeurosis surgery argued that since the defect of involutional ptosis was found to be in the aponeurosis instead of in the Müller’s muscle or tarsus, it was improper to violate tissues not directly responsible for the disease as per posterior approach ptosis surgery. Müller’s muscle-conjunctival resection (MMCR), or conjunctivomüllerectomy, is a good option for correction of mild to moderate upper eyelid ptosis with good levator muscle function and positive response to phenylephrine preoperatively. Unlike the Fasanella-Servat procedure, MMCR preserves the tarsus and accessory glands and has several advantages: predictable, relatively simple to perform, lack of an external scar, and ability to maintain a natural upper eyelid contour In patients with no or very poor levator function, the operation that will achieve adequate eyelid elevation is frontalis suspension. In adult ptosis surgery, this is reserved for patients with pre-existing congenital ptosis, myogenic or neurogenic ptosis which cannot be corrected with conventional ptosis surgery on the levator muscle. In this procedure, the frontalis is used as a supplemental eyelid retractor as the eyelid is fixed to the frontalis muscle at the brow. The patient opens the eye by elevating the brow and closes the eye by contracting the orbicularis. Frontalis suspension surgery may use several surgical techniques and different sling materials. Materials include autogenous or banked fascia lata and alloplastic materials that include chromic gut, collagen, polypropylene, silicone, stainless steel, silk, nylon monofilament, polyester and polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Autogenous fascia lata has proven to give good results with

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comparably low rates of recurrent ptosis and infections but requires secondary surgery on the leg for harvesting of the fascia. The frontalis muscle flap advancement is a technique of direct transfer of the force of the frontalis muscle to the eyelid without the insertion of fascia, suture or a graft between the muscle and the tarsus. Frontalis suspension by frontalis muscle flap is a well-accepted method of treating severe bleharoptosis. Being from the same patient, there is no risk of rejection or severe body reaction as may occur with homogenous or alloplastic materials. There is no risk of disease transmission. A Frontalis flap grows with the child’s growth and does not lead to cheese-wiring as synthetic materials. The frontalis muscle is well developed before fascia lata maturation. Therefore, this procedure can be performed earlier, if indicated, in cases of congenital ptosis. Additional advantages of this technique include its technical simplicity, lack of remote scar as the donor site is in the primary surgical field, minimal ptosis on upgaze, less lid lag on downgaze, preservation of eyelid contour and less tendency for the lid to pull away from the eye. In contrast to traditional frontalis slings, only one 2 cm brow incision is required. This direct linkage of the frontalis muscle to the eyelid has been documented by postoperative magnetic resonance imaging scan. Blepharoptosis will continue to be a commonly presented condition to the ophthalmologist and oculoplastic surgeon, given its interference with the patients’ visual field and quality of life. Numerous surgical techniques have been described in the management of blepharoptosis. The choice of treatment is dependent upon the severity of the patient’s ptosis, the levator function, the response to phenylephrine, and the surgeon’s preference. Levator advancement or resection surgery remains the standard of adult ptosis surgery especially in patients with moderate to severe

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ptosis with fair to normal levator function, who require simultaneous blepharoplasty, do not respond to phenylephrine or want lid crease formation. Patients who demonstrate mild-tomoderate ptosis (8 mm) may benefit from the posterior lamellar approach, mainly involving Müller’s muscle-conjunctival resection (MMCR) with or without tarsectomy. The frontalis suspension is less frequently used in adult ptosis surgery but is useful in cases with very poor or absent levator function such as pre-existing congenital ptosis, neurogenic or myogenic ptosis. Marcus-Gunn ptosis and the blepharophimosis syndrome are special types of ptosis that deserves special mention.

Ptosis 1. A patient present with unilateral ptosis associated with poor levator function, the most appropriate surgical procedure is: A. Unilateral frontalis suspension B. Maximal external levator resection C. Fasanella-Servat D. Mullerectomy.

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2. The following is a feature of the above disorder: A. Autosomal Recessive B. Reduced intercanthal distance C. Epicanthus inversus D. Horizontal lid deficiency. 3. Blepharophimosis syndrome, one is false: A. It is an autosomal recessive B. Usually present with telecanthus C. Lower eyelid ectropion D. Hypoplasia of the superior orbital rim. 4. Blepharophimosis is generally associated with, one is false: A. Ptosis B. Epicanthus inversus C. Distichiasis D. Ectropion. 5. Neurogenic ptosis is: A. Associated with congenital cranial nerve VI palsy B. Associated with congenital Horner syndrome C. Associated with abduction defect in eye movement D. Frontalis suspension is contraindicated due to risk of lagophthalmous.

6. The above is: A. Is a form of acquired synkinetic neurogenic ptosis B. Caused by aberrant connections between CN V and levator muscle C. Vasculopathic or compressive lesion must be excluded D. Pupil is usually involved. 7. Regarding acquired myogenic ptosis, the least appropriate statement is: A. Associated with muscular dystrophy B. Surgical procedure is directed towards levator muscle C. Frontalis suspension is used for treatment D. Secondary exposure keratitis can result after surgical correction.

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8. Fasanella-Servat operation is useful in which specific case of ptosis? A. Minimal ptosis B. Ptosis with myasthenia C. Horner’s syndrome D. Congenital ptosis.

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11. In this patient with ptosis post cataract surgery with good levator function and a high or effaced upper eyelid crease, what would be your procedure of choice? A. Levator muscle resection B. Reinsertion of levator aponeurosis C. Muller’s muscle resection D. Bilateral frontalis suspension. 12. The most important determinant in selecting a corrective procedure for any type of ptosis is: A. Vertical height of the palpebral fissure B. Age of the patient C. Amount of levator function D. duration of ptosis.

9. A 70-year-old woman presents to you with a 3 mm left upper eyelid ptosis with a high eyelid crease and normal levator function. The appropriate treatment of choice is? A. Posterior approach standard mullerectomy B. Levator aponeurosis advancement C. Internal tarsoconjunctival resection (Fasanella-Servat operation) D. Frontalis muscle suspension using a silicone rod to allow postoperative adjustment. 10. A 12-year-old girl with repeated swelling and ptosis of both upper eyelids complain of repeated episodes of eyelid inflammation and swelling. What is the most likely diagnosis? A. Dermatochalasis B. Steatoblepharon C. Blepharospasm D. Blepharochalasis.

13. All of the following consider ptosis as a functional problem that requires correction, one is false: A. Ptosis with significant loss of superior field B. Ptosis with difficulty in reading C. Ptosis that causes sleepy appearance D. Ptosis that interferes with daily activity. 14. The poor long term outcome in frontalis suspension surgery is reported with the use of: A. Autogenous tensor fascia lata B. Banked fascia lata C. Silicon rods D. Gortex suture. 15. The most common complication of ptosis surgery is: A. Under correction B. Over correction C. Eyelid crease asymmetry D. Lagophthamus with exposure. 16. Which of the following is NOT a feature of congenital myogenic ptosis? A. Levator muscle tissue is replaced by fibrous or adipose tissue. B. Prominent upper lid crease C. Lid lag on down gaze D. Lagophthalmos.

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C. Epiblebharon D. Telecanthus.

18. The procedure of choice for moderate unilateral ptosis with good levator function and a normal upper lid crease A. Levator muscle resection B. Mullerectomy C. Reinsertion of levator aponeurosis D. Whitnall sling. 19. A 70-years old female has 4 mm of right upper lid ptosis and 1 mm of left upper eye lid retraction with high eye lid crease on the right side, with normal levator function of both lids. Treatment of choice is A. A moderate levator recession of the left upper eye lid B. A levator aponeurosis advancement on the right lid C. A posterior approach standard mullerectomy on the right upper eye lid D. A frontalis muscle suspension on the right eye lid using silicone strap to allow postoperative adjustment. 20. Which statement regarding fat encountered during eyelid surgery is FALSE? A. Preaponeurotic fat is orbital fat B. Extraconal orbital fat is an important landmark in identifying the levator aponeurosis C. The removal of fat from the upper eyelid nasal, central and lateral fat pads may be done with impunity D. In the upper eyelid, the nasal fat pad is small, whereas the lateral fat pad is the small fat pad in the lower eyelid. 21. Which one of the following is found in the blepharophimosis syndrome? A. Euryblepharon B. Ankyloblepharon

22. The proper surgical procedure for repair of this ptotic upper eyelid exhibiting a high eyelid crease, a margin to reflex distance (MRD) of 0 mm, and excellent levator function would be: A. Resection of the superior tarsal muscle B. Unilateral frontalis suspension using autogenous fascia lata C. Reattachment of the dehisced levator eponeurosis D. Plication of the levator muscle (16 mm). 23. The most common form of blepharoptosis is: A. Involutional blepharoptosis (aponeurotic ptosis) B. Neurogenic blepharoptosis C. Myogenic blepharoptosis D. Mechanical blepharoptosis. 24. In myogenic congenital ptosis, the levator complex (in the ptotic eye) is: A. Disinserted from the tarsus B. Histologically different from normal levator complex with decreased muscle fibers and fatty infiltrates C. Innervervated by cranial nerve VII D. Absent below Whitnall’s ligament. 25. In patients with ptosis, the 2.5% phenylephrine hydrochloride test: A. Will activate the sympathetic receptors in Műller’s muscle, resulting in elevation of the lid

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B. Can be used to assess the approximate elevation of the lid with external levator advancement C. Dilates the pupil so that the contralateral eyelid may drop D. Does not affect blood pressure through systemic absorption of the phenylephrine. 26. Materials used for frontalis suspension of the eyelid include all of the following EXCEPT: A. Silicone B. Gore—Tex C. Supramid D. Polyglactin 910 (Vicryl). 27. Regarding The levator muscle, which is false: A. Is attached to the lesser wing of the sphenoid bone B. Is attached to the circle of Zinn C. Turns from muscle into aponeurosis where ligament of Whitnall is found D. Is penetrated by the superior division of the oculomotor nerve at the posterior one-third and anterior two-third junction.

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28. Which measurement represents the margin reflex distance 1 (MRD1)? A. Difference between vertical fissure height of both eyes B. From corneal light reflex to lower lid margin C. From corneal light reflex to upper lid margin D. From upper lid to lower lid margin. 29. A 70 year old female that has been dia betic for the preceding 20 years presents with right total ptosis. Ophthalmic examination is unremarkable except for right exotropia. What is the appropriate plan of management? A. Frontalis sling operation B. Frontalis sling operation with medial rectus resection C. Levator resection with medial rectus resection D. Observe for 3–6 months for spontaneous resolution. 30. What of the following is a sign of Horner’s Syndrome? A. Head tilt B. Diplopia C. Mydriasis D. Mild Ptosis. 31. As regard ptosis: A. Levator function is good in senile ptosis B. Lid lag on downgaze is a feature of senile ptosis C. Raised skin crease is a feature of congenital ptosis D. The most common abnormality in congenital ptosis is in the levator appeneurosis. 32. Myasthenia patients are at higher risk for all of the following except; A. Thymoma B. Grave’s disease C. Systemic lupus erythematosus D. Multiple sclerosis.

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33. Which elevator muscle of the eyelid is involuntary? A. Levator palpebrae superioris B. Frontalis C. Muller’s muscle D. Orbicularis oculi.

40. Eyelid synkinesis can occur in all of the following, except A. Congenital neurogenic blepharoptosis B. Ocular myasthenia gravis C. Aberrant nerve regeneration D. Duane retraction syndrome.

34. Fasanella Servat operation is indicated in: A. Congenital ptosis B. Traumatic ptosis C. Myasthenia gravis D. Horner’s syndrome.

41. An early presentation of a 70 years old patient with involutional ptosis and good levator function is: A. Eyelid lag B. Supratarsal thickening C. Difficulty reading due to downgaze ptosis D. Unrelated to cataract surgery.

35. A patient with ptosis presents with retraction of the ptotic eyelid on chewing. This is called: A. Marcus Gunn jaw winking syndrome B. Third nerve misdirection syndrome C. Abducens palsy D. Oculomotor palsy. 36. Bilateral ptosis is not seen in: A. Marfan’s syndrome B. Myasthenia gravis C. Myotonic dystrophy D. Kearns Sayre syndrome. 37. All of the following are potential side effects of edrophonium testing, except A. Tachycardia B. Respiratory arrest C. Syncope D. Vomitinh. 38. A patient diagnosed with myasthenia gravis (MG) requires: A. MRI scan of the brain B. B-scan ultrasonography of the eye and orbit C. CT scan of the chest D. Carotid Doppler ultrasonography. 39. Jaw winking is most commonly due to synkinesis of which two cranial nerves? A. Oculomotor and Facial B. Abducens and oculomotor C. Trigeminal and oculomotor D. Trochlear and abducens.

42. Chronic use of contact lenses results in ptosis due to: A. Involutional attenuation of the levator aponeurosis B. Repetitive eyelid traction C. Levator muscle dysgenesis D. Giant papillary conjunctivitis. 43. An infant presenting with a capillary hemangioma of the lid has which type of ptosis? A. Aponeurotic B. Mechanical C. Neurogenic D. Myogenic. 44. All of the following can be used in the treatment of the capillary hemangioma, except A. Dextromethorphan B. Propranolol C. Clobetasol propionate D. Interferon-α. 45. Before surgical repair, how long is it advised to observe traumatic ptosis in an adult? A. 4 weeks B. 2 months C. 6 months D. 12 months.

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49. All of the following surgeries may be performed by making an incision at the lid crease except A. Blepharoplasty B. Fasanella Servat procedure C. Lateral orbitotomy D. Optic nerve sheath fenestration.

46. The systemic disorder most commonly associated with this disorder is: A. Diabetes mellitus B. Primary amenorrhea C. Hypospadias D. Coarctation of the aorta. 47. In patients with eyelid ptosis, which of the following is the most important measure in determining the type of surgery to perform? A. Margin reflex distance B. Levator function C. Response to phenylephrine testing D. Palpebral fissure width. 48. If one makes an incision 12 mm above the eyelid margin through the full thickness of the central upper eyelid, what is the correct order of the anatomic structures encountered? A. Skin, orbicularis oculi muscle, orbital septum, orbital fat, levator aponeurosis, Muller’s muscle, conjunctiva B. Skin, orbital septum, orbicularis oculi muscle, orbital fat, levator aponeurosis, Muller’s muscle, conjunctiva C. Skin, orbicularis oculi muscle, orbital septum, orbital fat, Muller’s muscle, levator aponeurosis, conjunctiva D. Skin, orbicularis oculi muscle, orbital fat, orbital septum, levator aponeurosis, Muller’s muscle, conjunctiva.

50. All of the following are true regarding the levator palpebrae superioris, except A. It runs from the posterior lacrimal crest medially to the lateral orbital tubercle laterally B. Its superficial portion inserts into the orbicularis muscle and subcutaneous tissues C. It originates in close proximity to the superior rectus origin, just above the annulus of Zinn. D. The muscular portion is shorter than the aponeurotic portion. 51. Components in the evaluation of corneal protective mechanisms prior to ptosis surgery include all of the following, except A. Examination for lagophthalmos B. Jones (primary dye) testing C. Assessment of Bell’s phenomenon D. Evaluation of corneal sensation. 52. The primary abnormality seen in simple congenital ptosis is in the A. Levator muscle B. Levator aponeurosis C. Levator innervation D. Muller’s muscle. 53. The primary abnormality seen in ptosis after cataract surgery is in the A. Levator muscle B. Levator aponeurosis C. Levator innervation D. Muller’s muscle. 54. The procedure of choice in a patient with ptosis following cataract surgery would be A. Levator muscle resection B. Unilateral frontalis suspension

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C. Muller’s muscle resection D. Reinsertion of levator aponeurosis. 55. Which is a clinical test specifically used in diagnosing myasthenia gravis (MG)? A. Exercise stress test B. Ice pack test C. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) receptor antibody test D. Three-step test. 56. In myogenic congenital ptosis, the levator complex (in the ptotic eye) is: A. Disinserted from the tarsus B. Histologically different from normal levator complex with decreased muscle fibers and fatty infiltrates C. Innervated by cranial nerve VII D. Absent below Whitnall ligament.

59. A 40-year-old patient is seen 2 months after blunt trauma to the right orbit. The examination is normal except for blepharoptosis on that side. Levator function is normal on both sides, and the patient states the eyelid positions were equal on both sides prior to the injury. There is no enophthalmos, and the patient does not complain of diplopia. What is the best next step in managing this patient? A. Surgical exploration and repair of the levator aponeurosis B. Close observation with no plan for surgical correction until 3–6 months after initial injury C. Computed tomography (CT) scan to rule out an orbital fracture D. A Tensilon test to rule out new-onset myasthenia gravis. 60. A patient with new onset ocular myasthenia gravis should have a chest CT scan done to look for what associated condition? A. Thymoma B. Sarcoid C. Apical lung tumor (Pancoast’s tumor) D. Thyroid disease.

57. The above complication can occur with all materials used for frontalis suspension of except: A. Silicone B. Fascia lata C. Nylon (e.g., Supramid) D. Goretex. 58. Which of the following is not a component of Horner’s syndrome? A. Miosis B. Anhidrosis C. Blepharoptosis D. Decreased stimulation of the levator muscle.

61. Which of the following is least useful in the evaluation of a patient with acquired ptosis? A. Interpalpebral fissures B. Frontalis muscle excursion C. Levator muscle function D. Margin-reflex distance.

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65. Recurrent unilateral, or bilateral, eyelid swelling in a younger patient is suggestive of which of the following diagnoses? A. Hemifacial spasm B. Gorlin’s syndrome C. Dermatochalasis D. Blepharochalasis. 66. Which of the following is a contraindication to Muller’s muscle conjunctival resection? A. Acquired aponeurogenic ptosis B. Post-cataract extraction ptosis C. No eyelid position change following instillation of topical phenylephrine D. Mild congenital ptosis. 62. The patient is asked to look from extreme downgaze to extreme upgaze. What are you measuring? A. Levator muscle function B. Lid lag C. Lagophthalmos D. Muller’s muscle function. 63. What is the most important measurement to use when deciding whether a frontalis sling is the preferred treatment for ptosis? A. Upper eyelid excursion B. Eyelid crease horizontal length C. Palpebral fissure D. Contralateral eyelid retraction. 64. A 75-year-old woman complains of restriction of her upper field of vision and difficulty reading when looking down. She denies any discomfort, epiphora, or diplopia. Her vision is J1 + OU through her wellpositioned bifocal segments. A basic tear secretion test is normal. Examination shows an eyelid malposition. What is the most likely diagnosis? A. Entropion B. Dermatochalasis C. Involutional ptosis D. Ectropion.

67. Which of the following tests for myasthenia gravis can precipitate respiratory arrest? A. Tensilon test B. Acetylcholine receptor antibody titer C. Rest recovery D. Ice test. 68. A patient with congenital ptosis has bilateral measurements of margin reflex distance +1 mm, lid fissures of 5 mm, and lid excursions of 4 mm. What is the most appropriate surgical approach to treat the ptosis? A. Bilateral Mullerectomy B. Bilateral frontalis suspension C. Bilateral maximal external levator resection D. Bilateral Fasanella-Servat. 69. Which of the following signs is found in blepharochalasis syndrome? A. Cicatricial entropion B. Blepharoptosis C. Hypertrophy of orbital fat pads D. Thickened eyelid skin. 70. Regarding congenital myopathic ptosis, which is incorrect: A. Is less marked in downgaze B. Is associated with an indistinct or absent upper eyelid crease

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C. Causes occlusive amblyopia in about 20% of patients D. Is unilateral in about 70% of patients. 71. Regarding blepharophimosis syndrome, which is incorrect: A. Is always bilateral B. Also consists of telecanthus and epicanthus inversus C. Is commonly associated with mental retardation D. Is seen in 6% of children who have congenital ptosis. 72. Regarding Marcus Gunn jaw-winking, which is incorrect: A. Commonly involves the ipsilateral internal pterygoid muscle. B. Amplitude is greater in patients who have more severe ptosis. C. Often becomes less noticeable with increasing age. D. May require levator ablation as treatment. 73. Regarding dehiscence of the aponeurosis, which is incorrect:

74. The above 42 years old myopic patient has been using contact lenses for 15 years. The most probable surgical procedure used to correct her ptosis was: A. Bilateral levator muscle resection B. Bilateral levator aponeurosis reinsertion C. Bilateral Muller muscle resection D. Bilateral frontalis sling.

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A. Is typically associated with poor levator function B. Is associated with an abnormally high or indistinct upper eyelid crease C. Occurs in 6% of patients after cataract surgery D. May be caused by contact lens wear. 75. Causes of this complication following ptosis surgery include all except: A. Extensive use of diathermy B. Extensive dissection around the root of the lashes C. Extensive dissection on the posterior surface of the levator D. Extensive dissection on the anterior surface of the levator.

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76. This complication following ptosis surgery occurs due to: A. Extensive use of diathermy B. Extensive dissection around the root of the lashes C. Extensive dissection on the posterior surface of the levator D. Extensive dissection on the anterior surface of the levator.

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78. This complication of ptosis surgery can be prevented by: A. Use of local anesthesia with intraoperative adjustment B. Use of 3 sutures for muscle fixation C. Proper dissection of both muscle horns D. Complete opening of the orbital septum. 79. Advantages of frontalis flap procedure includes all except: A. No risk of rejection or severe body reaction B. The flap grows with the child C. The flap develops before fascia lata D. Presence of a remote but acceptable scar. 80. Frontalis flap procedure results in all except: A. Less lid lag on downgaze B. Less ptosis on upgaze C. Preservation of lid contour D. Progressive cheese-wiring effect.

77. This complication of ptosis surgery can be prevented by: A. Use of local anesthesia with intraoperative adjustment B. Use of 3 sutures for muscle fixation C. Proper dissection of both muscle horns D. Complete opening of the orbital septum.

81. Indications of frontalis flap include all except: A. Acquired ptosis with poor levator function B. Congenital ptosis with poor levator function C. Recurrent cases after levator surgery D. Traumatic ptosis with forehead scars.

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Traumatic and post-surgical eyelid defects vary in size, complexity, and amount of tissue loss. An extensive knowledge of the anatomy of the ocular adnexa and potential options for repair allows the surgeon to individually tailor the reconstruction to best suit the patients’ needs. This chapter provides a highlight of multiple useful approaches for varying degrees of eyelid reconstruction. The pre-operative consultation for eyelid reconstruction is central to surgical success and centers around managing patient expectations. It should address potential functional and cosmetic outcomes as well as potential for additional surgical interventions. Small lesions can end up with unexpectedly large defects being ‘tip of the iceberg’ phenomenon. With proper reconstruction, lid tissues will usually reach excellent healing over 6–12 months in the vast majority of cases. Procedures of the nasolacrimal system must be addressed including silicone intubation or the possibility of future conjunctivo-dacryocystorhinostomy if sacrifice of the canaliculi is required. Similarly, globe prominence, hypoplasticity of the inferior orbital rim, eyelid laxity, and actinic damage should all be addressed. Assessment of patient comorbidities, medications and allergies is an important portion of the

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preoperative evaluation. Anticoagulation should be stopped in the perioperative period whenever reasonable with respect to the patients’ systemic risks and with the permission of the prescribing physician. The goals of tumor excision and reconstruction should be outlined in order of importance: Removal of the malignancy; restoration of function; cosmesis. Defects of the anterior lamella of the eyelid can be repaired by direct closure, rotational flaps, grafts, or a combination of these methods. The targeted repair of the posterior and anterior lamellae with careful attention on the amount of tension results in improved post-operative function and cosmesis. This reconstruction serves as the backbone for many of the repairs • Reconstruction of both the anterior and posterior lamellae are required • Either the anterior or posterior lamella must have a blood supply • A graft on top of a graft will result in failure of both grafts • A pedicle flap is required for one of the lamellae • Minimize vertical tension on the eyelid during closure • Horizontal tension will typically improve with healing • Vertical tension will not and will cause eyelid malposition

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• Match tissue color, texture, and quality as best possible • Limit cautery to the minimal required amount • Anatomic re-creation of the canthi is paramount to achieve a stable lid • Use of a frost suture to prevent early postoperative retraction and to protect the globe during healing. A detailed description of the use and steps of lid reconstruction techniques are covered in this chapter. Lid Reconstruction:

2. The above technique is ideal in: A. Lower Lid coloboma B. Lower lid retaction C. Lower lid benign lesions D. Lower lid malignant lesions.

1. The above technique is ideal in: A. Lower Lid coloboma B. Lower lid retaction C. Lower lid benign lesions D. Lower lid malignant lesions.

3. This lesion is: A. Traumatic B. Congenital C. Inflammatory D. Neoplastic.

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4. When planning reconstruction of an eyelid defect the surgeon should: A. Replace both anterior and posterior lamella with grafts B. Avoid undermining adjacent tissue C. Minimize vertical tension D. Allow wound to granulate prior to reconstruction. 5. Regarding congenital coloboma the most appropriate statement is: A. An isolated anomaly if present in the upper medial eyelid B. Eyelid margin is not involved C. Distichiasis is not a feature of this disease D. Eyelid sharing procedures are recommended for children. 6. After surgical excision of a lower lid tumor, the most appropriate procedure for moderate defect (